Eric SchuetteExplorer
I love adventure and exploring. Currently a school psychologist who tries to spend my free-time hiking, climbing, fishing, and celebrating with a good beer in Colorado. On Instagram @ericschuettephotography Cheers!!!
King Lake via Hessie Trailhead
Nederland, Colorado
5.0
11.32 mi
/ 2375 ft gain
The normal route from the east side is via the Hessie trailhead outside Nederland Colorado. From the west it is most often accessed via the short trail from Rollins pass, which is open in the summer. As noted above, it is also a lake and area ripe for creating your own adventure. The description will be based on the normal route but feel free to use your imagination and combine off-trail advent...
Upper Diamond Lake via Fourth of July Trailhead
Nederland, Colorado
4.8
8.12 mi
/ 2037 ft gain
The trail begins at the 4th of July trailhead, which is located near the Eldora ski area and can be crowded during the summer and weekends. The road is rough in places but passable by any car when dry. From the parking area begin hiking the Arapaho pass trail, which will gently gain elevation through forests with occasional glimpses across the valley. Just after a mile into the hike there will ...
Snowshoe the Mayflower Gulch
Frisco, Colorado
4.7
4 mi
/ 1000 ft gain
To begin, park in the large parking lot (it is usually plowed all winter except right after a large storm). The parking lot can be reached via highway 91, approximately 6 miles south of Copper Mountain and will be on the east (left if coming from the north) side of the road. Begin up the obvious trail that follows a 4x4 road but will be covered in ski/snowshoe tracks.Continue up the road for a ...
Ice Climb the Ouray Ice Park
Ridgway, Colorado
5.0
Over a mile of the Uncompahgre Gorge is farmed for ice every year and they have gotten very good at it!! The ice park begins at the southern edge of town and continues south through the gorge for approximately 1 mile. The ice park is typically open from mid December-late March.If you enjoy getting your crampons and ice tools out every winter then you will love the Ouray Ice Park! Some areas can...
Sunset Hike to Twining Peak
Pitkin County, Colorado
4 mi
/ 1700 ft gain
Twining Peak is a ranked 13er located 2 miles north of Independence Pass. The hike involves around 1700 feet of elevation and is mostly off-trail with some class 2 scrambling (class 3 can be had if you look hard enough). Independence Pass is a prominent and popular pass on Highway 82 between Twin lakes and Aspen.You can also access this peak from the Linkins Lake trailhead (just west of the pas...
Hike to Pear Lake
Allenspark, Colorado
5.0
13 mi
/ 2112 ft gain
Pear lake is a beautiful alpine lake in the southern Wild Basin region of Rocky Mountain National Park. Once used as a reservoir, Pear Lake has been restored to its natural state and lies in scenic basin below some of the most isolated mountains in the park. The trail to Pear Lake passes through mature evergreen forests, aspen groves, fire clearings, and wet meadows that give occasional views o...
Lumpy Ridge to Gem Lake
Estes Park, Colorado
4.3
3.12 mi
/ 950 ft gain
Begin by parking at the Lumpy Ridge trailhead, which is a couple miles outside of Estes Park on McGregor Avenue. At the trailhead, there are numerous signs indicating hiking trails, climbing routes, and other information about the area. After parking start hiking on the trail to the right of the bathrooms.
The trail continues for approximately ~1.8 miles to Gem Lake. The trail climbs steadily ...
Mirror and Crater Lakes via Cascade Creek Trail
Granby, Colorado
4.6
14.94 mi
/ 2421 ft gain
Start at the Monarch Lake trailhead (where there is a $5 parking fee unless you have one of the national lands passes) and follow the cascade creek trail around the north side of the lake. After about 1.5 miles the trail splits with the Arapaho pass trail, follow the cascade trail to the left as it rises through the forest. The trail continues to rise steadily in places and moderate in others u...
Crater Lake via Maroon-Snowmass Trail
Aspen, Colorado
4.6
3.77 mi
/ 722 ft gain
The crater lake trail begins at Maroon Lake and quickly breaks off from the scenic trail at .3 miles. Be sure to follow the signs to crater lake, which will be heading higher into the valley. The trail passes through a beautiful Aspen grove most of the way with wonderful views of 14ers, the Maroon Bells and Pyramid Peak that dominate the skyline.
Just before you reach the lake you will descend...
Lake Haiyaha
Larimer County, Colorado
5.0
3.64 mi
/ 800 ft gain
Begin the hike at the Bear Lake trailhead, this will be the same for any season you chose to hike to the lake. From the Bear Lake trailhead follow the Dream Lake trail for ~1.05 miles to just before Dream Lake itself. The trail is very easy to follow up to this point in all seasons. In winter the trail stays very packed down expect for right after a large storm. If you are not hiking early, exp...
Lake Helene and Two Rivers Lake
Larimer County, Colorado
5.0
6.18 mi
/ 1230 ft gain
Begin the hike by following the Bear Lake trail and after ~.45 miles take the trail to the right towards Odessa Lake and Flattop Mountain. Continue along the trail as it climbs above Bear Lake to the split with the Flattop Mountain trail at approximately 1 mile. The trail continues toward Odessa Lake and will climb through forests and meadows along the way. Travel moderates to the Sourdough Cam...
Mills Lake via Glacier Gorge Trailhead
Larimer County, Colorado
4.8
5.24 mi
/ 940 ft gain
Start hiking at the Glacier Gorge Trailhead down the bear lake road in rocky mountain national park. The trailhead is very popular so it can be difficult to find a parking place at times. From Glacier Gorge, follow the obvious trail and signs towards mills lake.
In the summer the trail will go past Alberta Falls (0.85 miles from the trailhead) and continue climbing through forest with occasion...
Catch the Sunrise on Sugarloaf
Boulder, Colorado
4.5
1 mi
/ 400 ft gain
To get there from downtown Boulder, head west on CO 119 and almost 4.5 miles after you have left Boulder, turn right onto Sugarloaf Road. 4 miles after the turn from CO 119, turn right onto Sugarloaf Mountain road (located at the top of the road). If the road starts descending, you've gone too far. Take the dirt Sugarloaf Mountain Road 1 mile to the large parking area for the Switzerland Trail....
Heart and Rogers Peak Lakes
Nederland, Colorado
4.8
8.62 mi
/ 2113 ft gain
The hike begins at the East Portal Trailhead outside Rollinsville. Start hiking along the South Boulder trail to the right (north) of the very obvious Moffat Rail tunnel. The trail begins with moderate grades past the Forest Lakes cutoff just 1.25 miles from the trailhead. Continue hiking straight towards Rogers Pass. Do the same at the Cataract Lakes cutoff 1.85 miles past the trailhead.
Afte...
Winter Hike Flattop Mountain
Estes Park, Colorado
4.8
8.6 mi
/ 2850 ft gain
To catch the sunrise, begin at the Bear Lake trailhead in Rocky Mountain National Park. From the trailhead, veer right around bear lake and continue along the Odessa Lake/Flattop Mountain trail. This will begin to ascend on your right.After approximately 1 mile, the Flattop Mountain Trail will split off the main trail on the left. Caution, in the winter the sign can be almost buried in snow, so...
Capture the Sunset on the Yellowstone River
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
4.8
The Yellowstone river is considered one of the most scenic and beautiful in all of the United States. It's grand canyon, waterfalls, and meadows filled with wildlife are all major attractions and rightfully so as they are all beautiful places.However, catching a sunset along the meandering river's meadows is truly an incredible experience. It is a very easy walk, although one does need to be aw...
Climb and Hike in the Garden of the Gods
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4.7
If you are new to the area a stop by the visitor center can helpful to get a map of the trails and roads in the area as well as obtaining a climbing permit (one is needed to climb and is free).Once you have entered the area there are multiple trails and pull outs that you can explore. Many of the trails are paved and most of the year easy to follow. During the summer expect crowds during the da...
Explore Uttakliev Beach
Vestvågøy, NorwayUttakliev is another one of the beautiful and scenic beaches in the Lofoten area of Norway. Uttakliev is known amongst photographers as a beautiful beach, especially the rockier section (where the famous 'eye' can be found). However, anyone can have a great time walking along the sand or rockier areas with small tide pools and interesting rocks. The beach is surrounded by mountains in every dir...
Joyner Ridge Trail Loop
Devils Tower, Wyoming
4.3
1.5 mi
/ 180 ft gain
There is a nice-sized parking lot at Joyner Ridge. From the parking lot, the Devil's Tower looms very large! From the parking lot, the trail is obvious and easy to follow. There are occasional overlooks or different vantage points from the trail. The Joyner Ridge trail makes a 1.5-mile loop that is mostly level and easy to follow.
For a longer walk you can combine the Joyner Ridge Trail with ...
Rock Climb above Lilly Lake
Estes Park, Colorado
3.5
Lilly Lake is known as a very popular, easy hike in Rocky Mountain National Park. Lilly Lake itself is very pretty and also has some good fishing and walking opportunities.Rock rises up nearby the northwest area of the lake, and offers some of the most fun rock climbing in the area. There are numerous bolted routes available, which means there is something for every level of climber. Several of...
Explore the Maroon Bells & Snowmass Wilderness
Aspen, Colorado
5.0
The beautiful and iconic Maroon Bells-Snowmass wilderness is home to some of the most amazing scenery and adventures to be had in all of Colorado. It is world-famous for the Maroon Bells, two challenging 14ers just outside of Aspen, Colorado. The third 14er, Pyramid Peak is also considered a classic hike and all serve as sentinels to a wonderfully scenic wilderness area. If you're making a quic...
Upper Ice Lake
Durango, Colorado
5.0
6.74 mi
/ 2464 ft gain
From the Ice Lakes trailhead begin hiking through a meadow that quickly enters the forest and begins to climb. The trail will climb ~1,600 feet in the next two miles. As the trail climbs there is a scenic waterfall just over .5 miles, it is worth it to scamper up for a closer look (at ~1.0 miles there you can get a nice vantage point from the top of the same falls). After the waterfall, the tra...
Kootenai Falls and Swinging Bridge
Troy, Montana
5.0
1.59 mi
/ 200 ft gain
Kootenai Falls is accessed via short dirt trail from the parking lot on Highway Two between Troy and Libby. In the summer the parking lot is often full and even has some vendors selling objects and food.
The trail is easy to follow and winds through the forest before descending towards the river, with numerous viewpoints and benches along the way. You will also cross a pedestrian walkway over...
Ross Creek Cedars Loop
Heron, Montana
5.0
0.87 mi
/ 151 ft gain
The Ross Creek Cedar area is a really cool area in Northwest Montana that houses some monstrous Western Red Cedar Trees (some of which have a diameter of over 12 feet and over 500 years old!). The grove is one of the few in the area that still has some really beautiful old-growth forest. Due to its beauty and location this roughly 100-acre grove was spared from the logging that has taken most o...
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